It could have been a chair

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It could have been a chair

The sailor sweater was not always destined to be a sailor sweater. It could have been a lamp or a coat stand. It could very easily have been a chair. When we started, our only wish was to make something usable, beautiful and durable – a homage to the Danish design tradition of making functional objects without compromising on craft.

It’s a way of thinking and being that we share with the exceptionally skilled craftspeople at A. Petersen. The philosophies of our two companies are informed by history but inspired by the demands of a sustainable future. Just as our sweaters are knitted to last a lifetime, A. Petersen makes furniture with a conscience. The things we create will only become more beautiful through time and use. Nothing is throwaway here.

Founded in 2014 to honour the Danish design tradition while bringing it into the future, A. Petersen makes furniture slowly. Each piece is crafted in a measured way with an acknowledgement of tradition and a determination to last a lifetime – and beyond.

If you ever find yourself in Copenhagen, be sure to pay their shop and showroom a visit. For now, we’re happy to share a bit of their world with you here.

Ceramicist Yuichi Romita

We recently visited ceramicist Yuichi Romita at his workshop in Malmö, Sweden. Originally a graphic designer from London, Yuichi relocated to Japan in 2017, immersing himself in ceramics under the tutelage of a master from a renowned family lineage in the craft, recognized as national treasures. For four years, he dedicated himself to the traditional apprenticeship, spending countless hours preparing clay and maintaining studio cleanliness as a sign of respect to his mentor. Transitioning from the bustling city life of London to the disciplined focus on clay and ceramics was a significant cultural adjustment for him. After four years of intensive training, he departed with a distinctive education steeped in one of Japan's oldest ceramic traditions. This journey led him to an Artist-in-Residence program at Guldagergaard in Skælskør, Denmark, where he began to develop his own artistic style, melding a technique spanning over 500 years with contemporary forms. Currently based in Malmö, Sweden, he has established his workshop and continues to explore his creative expression through ceramics. Yuichi is wearing our Work Jacket in Hunting Green.

April coffee roasters

April is a Copenhagen-based coffee roaster with the vision of raising the bar for coffee quality. They source their coffee beans directly from farmers and work with them to create long-term partnerships based on sustainable pricing, integrity, and a shared love for coffee. April invited us on a behind-the-scenes tour of their newest roasting facility. It was a pleasure to visit and see them in action with Andersen-Andersen knits on hand.

Olive Oil Harvest

In late Fall, Psyche Organic’s Theo Constantinou and Chef Mati Pichci went to Kyparissia in the western Peloponnese to harvest biodynamic olives for their specialty, single-variety olive oil. We were happy to be a small part of their travels, keeping them warm. Psyche Organic aims to reduce its impact on the environment wherever possible. They source biodynamic, organic olives from small agricultural communities in Greece, a country steeped in the tradition of cultivating high-quality produce. Their packaging is made for optimal storage and is almost completely recyclable. All decisions in the company are made with the global environmental crisis in mind, they strive to do no harm. Photos: Drew Jarrett and Theo Constantinou

Fyrgården, Anholt

Fyrgården lies at the northeast tip of the island Anholt. It’s located strategically in the middle of the high tides of the crystal-clear Kattegatt Sea. Built in 1826 as a diamond-shaped stronghold, the sole purpose of this house was to protect the small community living there from the harsh northern winds. Originally used to house generations of lighthouse keepers, their families, and assistants. Today, Fyrgården has become a home and an institution. A sphere of creativity where different projects support and cultivate Fyrgården's unique qualities. During summer, a long-table pop-up dinner called fælles takes place along with a pop-up shop selling Andersen-Andersen knit and products from Grethe, inspired by the island and the old lighthouse. Our friend Alf, co-creator of fælles and founder of Grethe, captured all images at Fyrgården

Camping in Scotland

'It was the first time we had an outdoor vacation like this, but we would for sure love to do it again. Scotland is such a beautiful country and very easy to camp in.' We love seeing Andersen-Andersen in action, and the Autumn weather in Scotland couldn’t have been better. In October, the Karstad family, including chef Mikkel Karstad, Camilla Karstad and their children, went on a road trip along the beautiful Scottish coastline to the Isle of Skye. They naturally spent most of their time outside hiking, fishing, cooking, and swimming in the lakes. The trip culminated in a family-style, long-table dinner they hosted at Glen Dye near Aberdeen. Photos: Mikkel and Camilla Karstad

HCC Boatyard Ærø

Monica’s life has always revolved around the sea. Her parents owned a shipping company, she trained as a boatbuilder, and she worked as a helmsman for much of her life.In 2013 Monica Fabricius became the owner of HCC Boatyard in Marstal, Ærø. Today, the yard has 14 employees, each masters of crafts ranging from metalworking to electrics. As well as increasing the yard’s focus on sustainability, Monica’s attention to detail is a strong draw for customers. In fact the quality of their work means they rarely see the same boat twice.